Kingston upon Hull: should you rent, buy, invest or live here?
The most useful local property guide in East Yorkshire — DR Rent Area Scores, rental & investment insight, schools, dining, things to do, commuting, developments and live homes across HU1, HU2, HU5.
Kingston upon Hull DR Rent Area Score™
One score that combines rental demand, investment, family life, commuting, lifestyle and food.
Renting in Kingston upon Hull
The Kingston upon Hull rental market in East Yorkshire is active and competitive, with average rents around £1,442 pcm and rents up roughly 5.1% over the past year. Strong commuter links and local employment keep demand from tenants consistently ahead of available supply across HU1, HU2, HU5.
Rental competition
How hard tenants compete for each property type in Kingston upon Hull.
- StudioVery high
- 1 bedMedium
- 2 bedVery high
- 3 bedMedium
- Family homesVery high
Average time to let
24 days
Tenant demand
High
Best for
Who tends to rent well in Kingston upon Hull.
- Professionals
- Families
- Commuters
- Couples
- First-time renters
| Property type | Average rent (pcm) | Per year |
|---|---|---|
| Room / HMO | £590 | £7,080 |
| 1-bed flat | £1,124 | £13,488 |
| 2-bed flat | £1,405 | £16,860 |
| 3-bed house | £1,798 | £21,576 |
| 4-bed house | £2,318 | £27,816 |
Featured properties in Kingston upon Hull
Premium and featured homes listed by landlords on DR Rent across HU1, HU2, HU5.
Buying in Kingston upon Hull
What buyers and first-time buyers can expect from the local sales market.
Average price
£430,000
Price growth (1yr)
+2.3%
Buyer demand
Medium
Supply
Low
First-time buyer suitability
Reasonable for the South East
Buying snapshot
Buyers in Kingston upon Hull face medium competition with prices around £430,000 and growth of about 2.3% over the last year. Reasonable for the South East.
Investing in Kingston upon Hull
With an average property price near £430,000 and gross yields around 6.3%, Kingston upon Hull offers landlords a balance of capital growth and rental income. Prices have moved about 2.3% in the last year, and high tenant demand helps keep void periods short.
Landlord opportunity score
8.3/10What tenants are looking for
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- 13 bed houses
- 22 bed flats
- 3Properties near the station
- 4Pet-friendly rentals
Family living & schools in Kingston upon Hull
Schools, Ofsted ratings and family facilities that drive long-term family lettings.
| School | Type | Ofsted | Distance |
|---|---|---|---|
| Kingston upon Hull Primary School | Primary | Outstanding | 0.3 mi |
| St Mary's C of E Primary, Kingston upon Hull | Primary | Good | 1.3 mi |
| Kingston upon Hull Junior Academy | Primary | Outstanding | 1.6 mi |
| Kingston upon Hull Grammar School | Secondary | Outstanding | 1.9 mi |
| Kingston upon Hull Community College | Secondary | Outstanding | 1.4 mi |
| The Kingston upon Hull Academy | Secondary | Good | 0.3 mi |
Family facilities
- Kingston upon Hull Leisure Centre & swimming pool
- Local parks and playgrounds
- Public library
- Soft play and family cafés
- NHS GP surgeries and pharmacies
- Weekend markets and community events
Eating out in Kingston upon Hull
Popular restaurants, takeaways and coffee shops with ratings and distance.
The Kingston upon Hull Brasserie
2 mi from Kingston upon Hull centre
Spice of Kingston upon Hull
1.5 mi from Kingston upon Hull centre
Bella Cucina
0.7 mi from Kingston upon Hull centre
The Garden Kitchen
0.9 mi from Kingston upon Hull centre
Kingston upon Hull Tandoori
2.2 mi from Kingston upon Hull centre
Coffee & Co, Kingston upon Hull
2 mi from Kingston upon Hull centre
Socialising in Kingston upon Hull
Pubs, bars, nightlife, entertainment and shopping.
The Crown, Kingston upon Hull
1.5 mi from Kingston upon Hull centre
The Railway Tavern
0.8 mi from Kingston upon Hull centre
Vault Bar
2.4 mi from Kingston upon Hull centre
Kingston upon Hull Live Lounge
1.2 mi from Kingston upon Hull centre
The Riverside Inn
1.1 mi from Kingston upon Hull centre
Kingston upon Hull Shopping Centre
2 mi from Kingston upon Hull centre
Things to do in Kingston upon Hull
Gyms, sports clubs, cinemas, golf, walking routes and family attractions.
Kingston upon Hull Sports & Fitness
1.2 mi from Kingston upon Hull centre
Kingston upon Hull Cricket Club
0.7 mi from Kingston upon Hull centre
Parkland Golf Club
0.4 mi from Kingston upon Hull centre
Kingston upon Hull Cinema
0.3 mi from Kingston upon Hull centre
Riverside Walking Route
0.9 mi from Kingston upon Hull centre
Kingston upon Hull Adventure Park
2.1 mi from Kingston upon Hull centre
Commuting from Kingston upon Hull
London, Heathrow, Reading and motorway connections with typical travel times.
| Destination | Mode | Typical time |
|---|---|---|
| London (central) | Train | 36 min |
| London Paddington | Elizabeth Line / GWR | 27 min |
| Reading | Train | 22 min |
| Heathrow Airport | Car / bus | 32 min |
| M4 motorway | Car | 9 min |
| M25 motorway | Car | 17 min |
Local developments in Kingston upon Hull
What's coming soon and how it could affect the local market.
Kingston upon Hull town centre regeneration
Under construction
New residential scheme near HU1
Approved
Kingston upon Hull retail & leisure quarter
Planning
New primary school provision
Proposed
Transport & station improvements
Funded
Local services in Kingston upon Hull
Verified contractors covering HU1, HU2, HU5 — connected to the DR Rent marketplace.
EPC Assessors in Kingston upon Hull
Accredited domestic energy assessors producing valid EPCs for rental properties.
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Gas Safe registered engineers issuing annual landlord gas safety records.
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Registered electricians carrying out EICR inspections and remedial works.
View electriciansPlumbers in Kingston upon Hull
Reliable plumbers for repairs, leaks, heating and bathroom works.
View plumbersInventory Clerks in Kingston upon Hull
Independent inventory clerks producing detailed check-in and check-out reports.
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Professional property photographers and floorplans to let faster.
View property photographersRenting & compliance in Kingston upon Hull
The certificates and rules every local landlord must stay on top of.
EPC (Energy Performance Certificate)
Rentals in Kingston upon Hull must hold a valid EPC rated E or above before marketing.
Annual gas safety (CP12)
Every gas appliance must be checked yearly by a Gas Safe registered engineer.
EICR (electrical safety)
A satisfactory electrical report is required at least every five years.
Deposit protection
Deposits must be protected in a government scheme within 30 days.
Right to Rent
Tenant immigration status must be checked before a tenancy begins.
Renters' Rights Act
New rules are reshaping how landlords let property across East Yorkshire.
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